GCSE Biology - Drugs - Painkillers vs Antibiotics - Relief vs Treatment #44

The video discusses the role of medications in healthcare, highlighting the NHS's significant spending on them. It explains the difference between drugs that relieve symptoms and those that treat diseases, using sore throat as an example. Antibiotics are effective against bacterial infections but not viruses, due to their specific action on bacteria and the hidden nature of viruses in cells. The video also touches on the issue of antibiotic resistance, emphasizing the need for careful prescription. Overall, medications have revolutionized medicine by improving quality of life and extending lifespans.

What are the two main groups of medications mentioned in the text?

Explain the difference between medications that relieve symptoms and those that treat diseases.

Why do antibiotics not work on viruses?

What is antibiotic resistance and why is it a problem?

How has the ability to treat symptoms and diseases impacted medicine?